Diabetes Management in Elderly Patients
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Why is it unethical to prescribe complex insulin regimens for elderly patients with type 2 diabetes?

  • They often cannot achieve perfect glucose and glycemic control (correct)
  • They have a higher risk of developing type 1 diabetes
  • They require frequent medical visits
  • They are prone to insulin resistance

    • What is a common consequence of insulin failures in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes?

  • Diabetic neuropathy
  • Ketoacidosis
  • Hypoglycemic events (correct)
  • Retinopathy

    • Which type of insulin therapy can achieve glycemic targets of A1C?

  • Basal insulin therapy (correct)
  • Mixed insulin therapy
  • Bolus insulin therapy
  • Prandial insulin therapy

    • What is a potential long-term consequence of hypoglycemic events in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes?

    <p>Loss of confidence and potentially death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are elderly patients with severe disabling comorbidities particularly vulnerable to insulin failures?

    <p>They have a decreased ability to achieve glycemic control</p> Signup and view all the answers

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